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S3E4: Nevada Supreme Court Upholds Water Protections for Desert Wildlife
Season 3 · Episode 4

S3E4: Nevada Supreme Court Upholds Water Protections for Desert Wildlife

90 Miles from Needles: the Desert Protection Podcast · Chris Clarke

February 5, 202421m 47s

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Show Notes

In this episode, host Chris Clarke speaks with Patrick Donnelly of the Center for Biological Diversity about a significant victory in the Nevada Supreme Court regarding water rights. They discuss the case of Coyote Springs, a proposed city in the desert that would have a detrimental effect on the Muddy River and its endangered species. The court ruling sets a precedent for managing groundwater and surface water as a single resource, potentially affecting other areas in Nevada facing similar water issues. This episode sheds light on the importance of protecting desert ecosystems and the interconnectedness of water resources.

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